East London Key Account Manager (On-Trade)
2 days ago
London
🍸 Key Account Manager – East London (including South East London) *On-Trade Role * The Company: Our client is a well-established, premium spirits business operating within the UK market, with a strong heritage and category-leading brands within its portfolio. They are currently in an exciting phase of growth, with a clear focus on expanding distribution, strengthening customer partnerships, and accelerating performance across the on trade. The Role: We’re looking for a commercially sharp, relationship-driven Key Account Manager to develop and manage relationships within East (Inc South East) London. This newly created role will focus on managing and developing key partnerships across prestige venues, halo single sites, and multiple group operators. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving distribution, visibility, and advocacy for our brands, while bringing NPD to life through exceptional activation and commercial execution. What you’ll do • Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts (typically 2–25 venues) building strong, multi-level relationships with both independent operators and small groups., • Deliver volume, value, and distribution growth through joint business plans and best-in-class execution., • Lead new product introductions and secure standout visibility in account., • Identify and convert new business opportunities, expanding our reach across the on-trade., • Collaborate cross-functionally with Trade Marketing, Finance, and Logistics to deliver results. What we’re looking for • A proven track record in the London on-trade, with a passion for quality, • Beers Wines Spirits or Soft drinks experience, • Experience managing key accounts or small groups in East / South East London, • You must thrive off winning new business as well as nurturing and developing existing accounts, • Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and a creative approach to activation., • A self-starter with energy, curiosity, and genuine passion for great brands. This is a hands-on role in a fast-growing business, where you’ll have the autonomy to make an impact and the joy of working with some of the most loved brands in the world.